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Dear Oakton Elementary Families,
We hope you and your families have stayed safe and warm during this week’s winter weather. After the recent snow (ice) storm, our Oakton campus is looking especially picturesque.
Preparing our school for reopening has taken a tremendous amount of effort. We are incredibly grateful to our hardworking custodial team, who have gone above and beyond to clear snow and ice from walkways, entrances, and parking areas to ensure our campus is ready and safe for students and staff. It is still a work in progress and we are thankful to the FCPS Facilities Office for partnering with us to continue to remove the remaining snow and ice from kiss and ride and our bus loop.
As we return to school next week, please plan for a little extra time during arrival and dismissal. While main roads have improved, many sidewalks and neighborhood streets remain slippery or narrowed by snowbanks. School buses will likely need some extra time to maneuver through the narrow streets.
Also, with temperatures expected to remain at or below freezing, please be sure your child is dressed warmly in layers.
We can’t wait to welcome our Panthers back to school next week and hear the hallways buzzing once again.
-Mrs. Kelley, Mr. Eck, & Mrs. Holzinger
 Prior to the snow, we held two wonderful PTA events! Smiles, school spirit, and lots of learning on display! Our PTA Spelling Bee crowned an impressive winner - congratulations to Chava V. and runners-up, Tanaz A. and Sophia G. International Night brought our community together to celebrate cultures from around the world. Thank you to our amazing PTA for organizing these memorable events, and to our dedicated staff for supporting and cheering on our students every step of the way.
National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.
School counselors work with students in a variety of different capacities, whether it is through classroom lessons, group sessions, or individual counseling. We are very fortunate to have fantastic school counselors at OES! Thank you Mrs. Cahuantzi and Miss Jones for all you do for our students, staff, and families.
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Kindergarten Registration:
It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation or any other introductory events our school may host. Read more about the registration process. For more information, please call our registrar, Mike Santoro, at 703-937-6103.
Try Online Registration Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
Oakton's Kindergarten Orientation will be held on
Friday, April 10
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🧩 PTA Puzzle Night is Coming! 🧩
Get ready for an evening of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition! Join us for PTA Puzzle Night on Tuesday, February 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the OES Cafeteria.
Bring an unopened 250 to 300 piece puzzle, and be prepared for a twist—your puzzle will be traded with another team! Families will work together in teams of parents and kids to race against the clock and each other to see who can complete their puzzle first.
It’s a great way to connect, laugh, and challenge your problem-solving skills. Don’t miss this puzzle-packed night of family fun—we can’t wait to see who puts the pieces together first! 🏆🧩
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Girls on the Run at Oakton Elementary
Girls on the Run is a confidence-building program for girls in grades 3–6 that combines physical activity with lessons on positive thinking, healthy relationships, and self-confidence.
Sponsored by the Oakton Elementary School PTA, the Spring 2026 season runs March 2–May 17, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Girls will train together and finish the season with a celebratory non-competitive 5K.
Registration is open February 2–23 at www.gotrnova.org.
Registration fee is $210. Adjusted fees are available on a sliding scale and financial assistance is available.
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OES PTA Silent Auction – Donations Needed!
The OES PTA Silent Auction is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and it directly supports programs and enrichment for our students, teachers, and school. We’re officially in donation mode, and we’d love your help making this year’s auction amazing!
Do you have something fun, unique, or creative to share? Donations of all kinds are welcome, including:
- Homemade treats like sourdough, cookies, or specialty desserts 🍪
- Photography mini sessions 📸
- Lessons or experiences (art, knitting, fitness, music, and more!)
- Professional services such as legal or estate planning consultations
- Sports, theater, or concert tickets 🎭⚽
- Vacation homes or weekend getaways 🌴
- Gift cards or experiences from businesses our families love
If you have something to donate—or know someone who does—we’d love to hear from you!
Silent Auction Dates: April 20–26
Contact: Email Becky Radich at Becky.Radich@gmail.com with questions, donations, or to volunteer.
Together, we can make this auction a big win for OES! 💙
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Dining For Dollars: February 10
Mark your calendars for a delicious way to support our school! Oakton Elementary is hosting a Dining For Dollars event at the Chick-fil-A in Vienna on Maple.
A portion of the night's sales will be donated directly to our PTA to support our school community. Here are the details:
Date: February 10, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Chick-fil-A Vienna on Maple
Contribution: 15% of the evening's sales will be donated to the PTA
If you are placing a mobile order, please use the code EDUCATION (case sensitive) at checkout. This ensures your order is counted toward our Spirit Night. We look forward to seeing our families there for food and fun!
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Upcoming dates for OES:
February 2 - Quarter 3 Begins
February 3 - PTA Puzzle Night - OES Cafeteria, 6:00 to 8:00 PM
February 10 - PTA Dining for Dollars - Chick-fil-a (Vienna), 5:00 to 8:00 PM
February 10 - Variety Show - OES Auditorium, 7:00 PM
February 11 - Variety Show - OES Auditorium, 7:00 PM
February 16 - Presidents' Day - School Closed
February 17 - Teacher Work Day - No School for Students
February 25 - Wednesday Early Release - Students dismissed at 1:00 PM
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